As the one privileged to witness the moment when the Báb first declared His sacred mission, Mullá Ḥusayn testified, “I was blinded by its dazzling splendour”.
Members newly appointed to the International Teaching Centre
“With joyful hearts”, the Universal House of Justice has announced the members of the International Teaching Centre for the five years beginning on 23 May 2023.
Campaign honours martyrs and the struggle of Iranian women
The Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs shares information about the #OurStoryIsOne Campaign, starting in June, and the office explains how the friends in Aotearoa might contribute to it.
BIC: The Archives of Bahá’í Persecution in Iran
The Archives of Bahá’í Persecution in Iran website contains over 10,000 records of persecution incidents.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Short film explores journey of construction project
A short documentary about the construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was released on 1 May.
Ridván message: the Nine Year Plan is galvanising the friends
In its Ridván message for 2023, the Universal House of Justice writes: “In the twelve months that have elapsed since the commencement of the Nine Year Plan, we have been delighted to see how this global spiritual enterprise has inspired and galvanized the friends …”
New film explores efforts towards social transformation
An Expansive Prospect, a film commissioned by the Universal House of Justice, has been released online after it was first screened at the 13th International Bahá’í Convention. The House of Justice encourages all to view, share and discuss the film.
Event celebrates Race Unity Speech Awards milestone
An endeavour to combat prejudice in Aotearoa, initiated by the Bahá’í community, celebrates more than two decades of growing influence.
Commemorating the Most Great Festival
At Ridván in 1863, Bahá’u’lláh declared His mission as a Messenger of God in the Garden of Ridván, hence the Ridván Festival is the holiest of the Bahá’í Year.
South Waikato / Taupo cluster passes the second milestone
‘It is with great joy that the North Island Regional Bahá’í Council shares with you the following news about the South Waikato/Taupō cluster.’
Huqúqu’lláh payments need full name
Timely advice is offered here by the Ḥuqúqu’lláh Board.
Opportunity to devote skills to service to the Faith
The National Spiritual Assembly is seeking a devoted individual to give administrative assistance in the National Secretariat.
Decision to pioneer brings joyful surprises
A story of the confirmations experienced by a couple who have arisen to pioneer to Ma’ohi Nui (French Polynesia).
First national House of Worship opens its doors
On 25 March, the Supreme Body addressed a stirring letter of praise and encouragement to the friends gathered in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the dedication of the first national House of Worship in the Bahá’í world.
The friends in Iran are called upon to cast the light of hope
In a Naw-Rúz message to the friends in Iran, the Supreme Institution reflects on “historic and recent endeavours” to assist societal transformation, in Iran and throughout the world.
Opportunity to serve in the National Secretariat
The National Spiritual Assembly is inviting expressions of interest from members of the Bahá’í community for service in the National Secretariat at the New Zealand Bahá’í National Office.
Seminar provides a forum where learning is shared
Regional coordinators and Area Teaching Committees from both the North and South Islands gathered in Auckland recently to further develop their capacities for coordination, accompaniment, and the dissemination of learning.
Taking part in the sacred election process
A deep awareness of the spiritual import of the electoral process must lead to better participation rates and enhance the friends’ relationship with the elected institutions.
Book 11: bringing about spiritual and material progress
All believers—individuals, communities, groups of friends, nuclei, groups of families or households—are warmly invited to join Book 11 study circles around the country.
A playlist to sweeten the precious hours of the Fast
Some upliftment for the Fast is offered in a collection of links to films and songs that may enrich the experience of this sacred period.